Wondering which hikes in Zion National Park your little ones can handle? We’ve done all the research for you and put together this handy Zion Kid Hikes guide that will help you plan the perfect vacation. Simply click on a link to be taken to our full review of each hike, which includes pictures, directions, recommendations, and other details. For a printable version of these hikes that you can screenshot or print for easy access, enter your email below and I’ll email you list of Zion Kid Hikes.

If you’d like more information about Zion and the shuttle, check out our Zion National Park Family Guide.

Zion Canyon Scenic Drive Trails (shuttle area)

Riverside Walk

This flat easy trail runs 2 miles RT along the river. The trail is paved and easy for all age and skill levels. It ends at the entrance to the Narrows and in the summer is a fun place to get your feet wet.

Weeping Rock

Though steep, this trail is paved and short enough (less than half a mile RT) for all skill levels. There is a great payoff at the end of this hike, which is sometimes referred to as a hanging garden. (2025 Update: Currently closed due to a rock slide)

Emerald Pools

We give you our version of this must-do hike in the park that will help you enjoy all 3 pools while taking a little of the steepness out of the climb. Hiking to the Emerald Pools via the Kayenta Trail also offers some beautiful views of Zion Canyon (2025: Must hike via the Kayenta Trail due to construction on the bridge).

The Grotto Trail

The most leisurely downhill hike in Zion runs a half-mile between Shuttle Stop 6 and Shuttle Stop 5. The Grotto hike is easy enough to take anyone on.

Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway Trails (no shuttle needed)

Canyon Overlook Trail

This is probably our favorite hike in Zion. The hike is only 1 mile RT and has several interesting elements including a beautiful overlook of Zion Canyon. Be careful with little ones on this trail due to steep drop offs.

Pine Creek Waterfall

Try this less known trail that you won’t find in any park literature that allows you to explore the creek and find a waterfall. It’s 1.0 mile roundtrip, but there is a little bit of tricky rock scrambling.

The Hobbit Hole

This hidden trail is a great spot to escape the crowds of Zion, and walk through a little slot canyon. 1.2 miles roundtrip and super fun!

Many Pools Trail

This trail isn’t listed on park literature, but it is a great one for winter and spring when there is water to fill all of the little pools on this trail. It is a little tricky to follow, so use our post for directions and tips.

Petroglyph Canyon Trail

Short and sweet and rewarding. 0.5 mile roundtrip hike and you find some great petroglyphs to see. Plus you get to walk under the road.

Visitor Center

Pa’Rus Trail

This is the one trail that we didn’t have time to do while we were in Zion. It is a paved trail that runs between Shuttle Stop 3 and the South Campground, and is about 1.5 miles long between those stops, so three miles roundtrip if you hike the entire thing. Many people have mentioned that they use this trail to access the Virgin River for summertime splashing or wading! The nice thing is you can walk one way, and ride the shuttle the other way!

The Watchman Trail

This is the longest trail on this list, but the views from this trail are beautiful. The hike is 3.3 miles roundtrip, and there are some narrow edges with drop offs, but we think most older kids could handle this trail. It is a steady climb up, but not difficult.

Kolob Canyons Trails

Timber Creek Overlook

This is the shortest trail in Kolob Canyons area. The hike is 1.2 miles roundtrip and leads to a nice overlook of the mountains and cliffs in this part of Zion. You walk in and out of the scrub trees, and we saw quite a few birds.

Taylor Creek

We really enjoyed this hike from the Kolob Canyons section of Zion. Though it is a little longer, there are a few interesting old cabins along the way and your little ones will have fun crossing the creek again and again. You can hike part of the trail and turn around, or the full 5.0 miles out to the arch alcove.

There are so many great Zion Kid Hikes that we know you will have a ton of fun hiking in Zion with your family. Make sure you check out our entries on Things to do in Zion National Park and Things to do Near Zion National Park.